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Welcome to the Rhode Island CDL practice test site. You can take these practice tests and go through the questions as many times as you like as you attempt to obtain your CDL in Rhode Island. You will be presented with 40 questions and you must answer 34 questions correctly to pass. There is a 50-minute time limit. You may not go back once you answer a question. Click the "Start Test" button below to begin.

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A truck with baffles will handle:

2 / 40

An air system that is fully charged will typically have ___ psi of pressure.

3 / 40

What is a supply pressure gauge used for?

4 / 40

Which hazard classes must you NEVER smoke, or perform any activity involving fire, within 25 feet of?

5 / 40

There are 2 reasons as to why hauling liquids take special care. One reason is the ___center of gravity.

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You should brake on a long steep downgrade hill as a supplement to the braking effects of the engine

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What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving?

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How many different hazard classes are there?

9 / 40

How do you release the dolly brakes when coupling twin trailers?

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Which of the following should you do when driving the school bus in high wind?

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With the engine cut off and the brakes released the air loss in a straight truck or bus should not be more than:

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Select the load of the trailer that will require the shorter distance to stop.

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Select the true statement about emergency steering and tankers:

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How should the pintle hook be when backing a dolly under the second trailer?

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The best way to describe a dual air brake system is:

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Your vehicle is going down a long hill and your brakes begin to fail. What should you do?

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In column 1, the "D" symbol means:

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You should____to check the free play of manual slack adjusters on S-Cam brakes.

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You need to raise the landing gear just to the height of where it clears the pavement before driving.

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When is it acceptable for non-hazardous materials to be described by hazard class words or identification numbers?

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Which of the following are some suspension system defects?

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Select the answer that is controlled by the foot brake.

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Commerical vehicles typically have this type of brake.

24 / 40

This should have no illegal stickers, dirt, obstructions, or damage to the glass.

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Which of the following statements about bus evacuation is true?

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If you do become sleepy while driving, you should _____.

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You should_____when an emergency requires you to quickly stop your tanker.

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What kind of surge can occur in a tank with baffles?

29 / 40

The minimum tire tread depth for front tires is:

30 / 40

Always try to back toward the driver's side because

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Which of the following about the front tires on a commercial bus is true?

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You should line up_____when getting ready to back under the trailer.

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When does your vehicle's single brake system need an adjustment?

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If your engine runs a pump used during delivery of compressed gas, should you turn off the engine before or after unhooking hoses after delivery?

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Which of the following statements about downshifting is NOT true?

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A tractor should not be backed under a trailer until the whole air system is:

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When inspecting the_____you pump the pedals 3 times and then hold it down for 5 seconds feeling for no movement to occur.

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A driver of a tank vehicle should take curves, off ramps, and on ramps at a speed lower than the posted speed limit.

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Which of the following types of emergency equipment must you have on your bus?

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When accelerating:

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How To Get A rhode island Commercial Drivers License

To be eligible for a CDL in Rhode Island, applicants must meet the following age eligibility requirements.

  • Be at least 18 years old to operate a commercial vehicle intrastate (within Rhode Island only).
  • Be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle interstate (outside of Rhode Island).

Rhode Island CDL applicants must be medically certified that they are capable of operating a commercial vehicle and pass a vision test. Rhode Island applicants must get assistance with the forms from a CDL-certified doctor. Applicants are required to submit a (REV 2011) Self-Certification for a Commercial Driver’s License and a (Form MCSA-5875) Medical Examiner’s Certificate Medical Examiner’s Report Form.

Commercial drivers are required to have a medical card or certificate. This requirement does not apply to drivers who are employed by the federal, state or local governments. Drivers who have had their licenses revoked, suspended, denied or canceled are not eligible for a CDL in Rhode Island. Applicants can be disqualified for having multiple licenses.

Rhode Island CDL Endorsements

  • H – Hazmat Vehicles
  • N – Tank Vehicles
  • P – Passenger Vehicles
  • S – School Bus
  • T – Double or Triple Trailer
  • X – Combination Tank Vehicles and Hazmat Vehicles

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rhode island CDL License Test Tips

All Rhode Island CDL applicants must pass the general knowledge test prior to taking the skills test. This test consists of 50 questions. To pass the Rhode Island test, applicants must score 80 percent or higher. Applicants who require additional endorsements must pass additional tests and pay the required fees.  The Rhode Island skills test can be taken 14 days after applicants pass the knowledge test. It includes a pre-trip vehicle inspection, basic control skills and on-road driving. Applicants must pass each section.

Military veterans and current military members can apply to have the skills exam waived if they meet the requirements. To qualify for a waiver, applicants must:

  • Possess a valid Rhode Island Driver’s license.
  • Be active duty military personnel.
  • Operate a commercial vehicle as part of their military duties.
  • Have been honorably discharged from the military within the past 12 months.
  • Submit an Application for CDL Skills Test Waiver.

Additional Information

Information on the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles

The State of Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles administers CDL license regulations in Rhode Island. To get more information contact them via:

Website: http://www.dmv.ri.gov/licenses/commercial/

Phone: 401.462.5813

 

Additional Rhode Island CDL Helpful Links

Please use the links below to access Rhode Island CDL testing resources and to learn more about practice driving tests for the state of Rhode Island.